Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer
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Job Details
Category
Location
Salary
196,300 to 243,800 per year
Job Description
Posting Title
Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer
Position Classification
Assist Deputy Minister Non-OIC
Union
N/A
Work Options
Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$196,300 to $243,800 per annum
Close Date
9/25/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry Branch / Division
Chief Information Officer
Job Summary
Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer
BC Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
Burnaby, BC
The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR (BCL) and BC Cannabis Stores (BCCS).
The LDB's Information Technology (IT) department is responsible for the entire computing infrastructure for all of the 230+ BCL and BCCS locations as well as LDB's head office in Burnaby and four warehouse/distribution centres including Delta, Kamloops, Richmond, and Victoria. The IT department also manages three data centres located in Burnaby, Delta, and Kamloops.
The Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) & Chief Information Officer provides overall vision, direction and leadership in the effective planning, implementation and sustainment of information systems and supporting infrastructure technologies within the LDB. This includes developing strategic plans and budgets and directing activities of the Information Technology division. This role provides vision and direction to LDB executive and senior management staff relating to corporate and LDB information technology issues, objectives, policies, and procedures. This position is responsible for the achievement of corporate strategic plan objectives and department business plan objectives, through the effective and efficient utilization of resources.
The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced and visionary IT leader, with at least ten years of experience at a senior level. This champion of innovation and progressive problem-solving understands the best ways to develop and maintain positive, trusted working relationships with external and internal clients and partners. Their senior leadership experience will lend them authority when developing and supporting direct reports within multi-tiered service teams with a significant number of indirect reports. An influential negotiator and effective communicator, they are able to facilitate competing priorities and bring clarity to all levels of government, staff and customers alike.
A complete role description and listing of qualifications is attached. The appointee will be required to consent to a criminal record check.
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to reflect the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our executive team and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding organization.
To apply please email a clear and concise cover letter and resume in one document (.pdf) to Executive Recruitment at: Executive.Recruitment@gov.bc.ca by September 25, 2024. Please note the application document must be in .pdf format. Email Executive Recruitment if assistance is needed. Thank you to all who express interest.
Job Category
Executive
Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer
Position Classification
Assist Deputy Minister Non-OIC
Union
N/A
Work Options
Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$196,300 to $243,800 per annum
Close Date
9/25/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry Branch / Division
Chief Information Officer
Job Summary
Assistant Deputy Minister and Chief Information Officer
BC Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
Burnaby, BC
The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR (BCL) and BC Cannabis Stores (BCCS).
The LDB's Information Technology (IT) department is responsible for the entire computing infrastructure for all of the 230+ BCL and BCCS locations as well as LDB's head office in Burnaby and four warehouse/distribution centres including Delta, Kamloops, Richmond, and Victoria. The IT department also manages three data centres located in Burnaby, Delta, and Kamloops.
The Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) & Chief Information Officer provides overall vision, direction and leadership in the effective planning, implementation and sustainment of information systems and supporting infrastructure technologies within the LDB. This includes developing strategic plans and budgets and directing activities of the Information Technology division. This role provides vision and direction to LDB executive and senior management staff relating to corporate and LDB information technology issues, objectives, policies, and procedures. This position is responsible for the achievement of corporate strategic plan objectives and department business plan objectives, through the effective and efficient utilization of resources.
The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced and visionary IT leader, with at least ten years of experience at a senior level. This champion of innovation and progressive problem-solving understands the best ways to develop and maintain positive, trusted working relationships with external and internal clients and partners. Their senior leadership experience will lend them authority when developing and supporting direct reports within multi-tiered service teams with a significant number of indirect reports. An influential negotiator and effective communicator, they are able to facilitate competing priorities and bring clarity to all levels of government, staff and customers alike.
A complete role description and listing of qualifications is attached. The appointee will be required to consent to a criminal record check.
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to reflect the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our executive team and being part of an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding organization.
To apply please email a clear and concise cover letter and resume in one document (.pdf) to Executive Recruitment at: Executive.Recruitment@gov.bc.ca by September 25, 2024. Please note the application document must be in .pdf format. Email Executive Recruitment if assistance is needed. Thank you to all who express interest.
Job Category
Executive
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